Consumers' Favorites: Best Family Vehicle

Published: 10/01/2011

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It wasn't even close, as an old favorite, the Ford Explorer, ran away with 27 percent of your votes. Coming in at a very distant 2nd was the Volvo XC90 with 11 percent, while close behind it was the Toyota Highlander at 9 percent.

See how the rest of the field did in the full results below and make sure to exercise your right to vote in our next Consumers' Favorites poll.

What Edmunds.com says:
The 2011 Toyota Highlander's V6 engine, versatile interior and carlike maneuverability make it a good choice as a do-all family vehicle, though several competitors offer more interior space and utility.

What Edmunds.com says:
The 2011 Chevy Tahoe is a leading choice for a traditional large SUV thanks to its comfortable cabin and ability to haul and tow. But for pure passenger use, a large crossover SUV might work out better.

What Edmunds.com says:
The 2012 Ford Flex has the space, the versatility, the features and the driving dynamics to make it a top choice among large family crossovers. However, the very thing that makes it extra appealing to some (styling) may drive others away.

What Edmunds.com says:
The Jeep Grand Cherokee gained an immense amount of refinement, sophistication and luxury with last year's full redesign. For 2012, it gets a bonkers high-performance SRT8 version that produces 465 horsepower. It may not be the most politically correct vehicle on the road, but the JGC is no doubt one impressive SUV.

What Edmunds.com says:
The 2011 Subaru Tribeca has a few things going for it in the form of all-weather capability and a distinctive interior, but in the end, other midsize crossover SUVs present better alternatives.

What Edmunds.com says:
Thanks to its tremendous value, comfortable driving dynamics and premium interior, the 2011 Hyundai Veracruz is one of the better choices for shoppers seeking a midsize crossover SUV.

Comments

Bought a new Explorer in '02, major components (Transmission, 4wd, wheel bearings) all started failing around 80,000 miles. I put roughly $6000 in repairs excluding scheduled maintenance over the last 3 years. Ford lost a customer for life, just bought a new Honda Pilot.

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